Between studying, extracurricular activities and other responsibilities, it's important to remember to take breaks throughout your day; it can help you focus and concentrate in class and when studying.
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Check out some of these great spots to eat lunch, read a book, be with friends, and take time for yourself.听
Outdoor Spaces
Downtown Campus
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Lower Field: The Field is usually packed with students, faculty and staff taking their lunch break. You can sit on the grass or use the benches and picnic tables. There's also space to toss a Frisbee or football, or skate during the Winter.听
Find it: In front of
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Mount Royal:听听Great for a walk or a picnic. Check out the Chalet for great views and Beaver Lake for a skating rink in the Winter.
Find it: To the North of the Downtown Campus -
Visitor's Garden:听听Also known as James Sculpture Garden or James Square, this space has artwork and terraced lawns that are perfect for a break between classes.
Find it: Near Milton Gates and
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Macdonald Campus
- McEwen Field:听听This field has a large lawn, picnic tables and a gazebo. In addition to relaxing, the field can be used for a variety of sporting activities.
Find it: Beside the
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Park by Lac St-Louis:听听Take a lunch break on one of the benches and enjoy the Lakeshore.
Find it: South of Mac Campus, across from the STM bus station.
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Morgan Arboretum:听 The forest is about a 10-minute bike ride from Mac campus.听 There's free admission for Mac campus students and a small fee for all other students.
Find it: North of Mac Campus & highway 40
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EcoResidence Courtyard:听听Take advantage of the scenery while eating or studying on a bench or at a picnic table.
Find it: Near the to the East of Mac Campus
Indoor Spaces
Downtown Campus
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Birks Heritage Chapel:听 A place of quiet reflection, the chapel reflects the pluralism of campus and the variety of faiths at 平特五不中.听
Find it: , second floor
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:听听A space for graduate students to relax, eat, drink and participate in PGSS activities.
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平特五不中's Office of Religious and Spiritual Life's Interfaith Lounge and Meditation Room:听 Take you mug and enjoy a cup of tea while unwinding.
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Student Association Lounges:听 Many faculty and departmental student associations have their own lounge space.听
Find it: Varied locations
Macdonald Campus
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Eco-Niche:听听There are couches and a piano; check it out between classes!
Find it: , first floor听(near the Macdonald Campus Students' Society (MCSS) office)
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:听The bar is closed during the day, but the room and terrace are open to students. There are lots of tables and natural light.
Find it:听 , first floor.
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Macdonald Campus Library:听 The library has comfy armchairs by the windows. Opt for a quick break or relaxed studying.
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Cafe T.W.I.G.S Gourmet coffee, healthy lunches, and snacks, all in a bright and welcoming space.
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